An Edinburgh four-bedroom penthouse on the site of a 17th century castle and with unrivalled views of the Pentland Hills has come on the market in a rare opportunity to acquire such a property.
The building, on the site of Castle Gogar Rigg, has four bedrooms and five bathrooms, with features such as a huge penthouse roof terrace, a wine store and a spacious rear garden with views stretching for miles.
The property, which if you like exclusivity, is ideal for a big family, but will not come cheaply. The asking price has been set just below £1 million, at £995,000.
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Rightmove describe the property as a "rarely available opportunity to buy one of only two stunning penthouses apartments located at Castle Gogar Rigg; a prestigious residential development set in the historic grounds of the 17th Century Castle Gogar Estate.
"Within close proximity to Edinburgh International Airport, the exceptional four-bedroom penthouse provides modern city living with a spectacular rural backdrop and panoramic views of the Pentland Hills and the Firth of Forth.
"One of the many design highlights of this show-stopping penthouse is the magazine-worthy kitchen-dining-entertainment living space with its spectacular wrap-around sun terrace."
The building even has lift access and a private driveway leading up to it, with an attractive stream trickling nearby.
Upon entry, the spacious and wide hallway with laminate flooring leads you through to the sitting room with access to the outside roof terrace with exceptional views.
The sitting room and terrace are separated by huge glass sliding doors for easy access and also includes a corner sofa, with the kitchen and dining area just around the corner, connecting to the same room.
Integrated kitchen appliances and a smartly furnished wooden dining table helps add to the modern decor and atmosphere of the property.
Separating the kitchen to the dining area, a huge middle island is situated, perfect for food preparation or being used as a breakfast bar.
One of the most innovative features of the property will appeal to wine connoisseurs. A huge wine store with double glass doors and a wooden rack is located in the corner of the kitchen.
The long and twisty hallway continues towards the rear of the property where various other rooms are situated, including an office and shower room, just before the four bedrooms.
The study and principal bedroom, which are located adjacent to each other, both have access to a side-facing balcony. The principal bedroom includes not only an integrated wardrobe, but a walk-in shower, a bath tub and a walk-in dressing room with additional storage.
The remaining three bedrooms all include an en-suite bathroom, with one having a bath tub as well as a shower cubicle, meaning there shouldn't be any fighting over who gets the best room, with all of them being delightfully modern and spacious.
They all include double beds, built-in wardrobes and dressing tables.
The balcony that is accessible from both the principal bedroom and study features multiple sun loungers, as well as other outdoor furniture and plants.
The main balcony and outdoor area that runs alongside the kitchen and dining room covers around half of the property and has various other features that can be used for dining and socialising during the summer, with views of the Pentland Hills and Firth of Forth being some of the best in and around the city.
There are two canopy's for those who don't like to be left baking in the sun, as well as an outdoor sofa, both situated facing the impressive views.
The whole property screams privacy and a futuristic style of living. With underground parking, a state-of-the-art lighting and security system and heating, it doesn't get much luxurious than this.
The property is also situated within close proximity of Edinburgh Airport, so you could become distracted with watching planes coming and going all day.
